1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1981 Nissan Leopard is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 550 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Leopard (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 35 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
